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On October 21, the city of Arkadag will host a significant fixture in the AFC Champions League 2 group stage. Turkmenistan’s vice-champion "Ahal" will take on Iranian powerhouse "Sepahan" at the new stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 18:45 Ashgabat time.
Both clubs compete in Group C, alongside Jordan’s "Al-Hussein" and India’s "Mohun Bagan". After two rounds, "Ahal" holds second place in the standings with 3 points, having secured a 1–0 away victory over "Mohun Bagan".
"Sepahan", meanwhile, suffered a 0–1 loss to "Al-Hussein" in their opening match and has yet to claim any points.
This upcoming clash is crucial for "Ahal", as a win would strengthen their position in the group and bring them closer to advancing to the knockout stage.
Fans are expected to turn out in large numbers to fill the 10,000-seat stadium in Arkadag and support their team in what could be one of the most anticipated matches of the tournament. The game promises high intensity and regional interest.
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A solemn opening ceremony of the automobile bridge over Garabogaz Bay was held in Turkmenistan, timed to coincide with the Day of Workers in the Construction and Industrial Complex, celebrated on November 3.
As reported by the newspaper "Neutral Turkmenistan," the construction contractor was the Ukrainian company "Altkom." The bridge meets international quality standards and technical operation norms.
The bridge spans 354 m in length and 21 m in width. The two-way roadway is designed for vehicles with a carrying capacity of 40-50 tons. Construction utilized sulfate-resistant cement, reinforced concrete structures, and other high-strength materials ensuring resistance to corrosion, deformation, and seismic loads.
The new structure is intended to provide high throughput in international freight road transport. At the opening ceremony, it was noted that the bridge symbolizes good neighborliness and friendship among the peoples of the region.
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